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Democratic Elected Officials
The list below includes County Row Officers, PA General Assembly, Statewide and Federal level elected Democrats who represent part or all of Chester County. This list does not include judges.

County Row Officers
Marian Moskowitz
Chester County CommissionerMarian Moskowitz began her term as Chester County Commissioner in January 2020 and currently serves as the Chair of the Board of Commissioners.

Marian Moskowitz
Marian Moskowitz began her term as Chester County Commissioner in January 2020 and currently serves as the Chair of the Board of Commissioners.
Josh Maxwell
Chester County CommissionerCommissioner Josh Maxwell leads with progressive values to advocate for working families, promote equality, and preserve the environment. As commissioner, his priorities have included the county's first-ever employee group on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; a groundbreaking community-centered, val...Read More

Josh Maxwell
Commissioner Josh Maxwell leads with progressive values to advocate for working families, promote equality, and preserve the environment. As commissioner, his priorities have included the county's first-ever employee group on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; a groundbreaking community-centered, values-based budgeting process; creating a mobile mental health crisis unit; numerous climate and open space incentives; and more. A graduate of West Chester University and UPenn's Fels Institute of Government, Josh lives in Downingtown with his wife, Blair.
Debbie Bookman
Chester County ProthonotaryDebbie Bookman was sworn in on January 2020 as Prothonotary. Since taking office Debbie has extended passport services to evening hours. Debbie has placed staff in roles that best suit their strength and interest, expanded bilingual services and increased diversity from 4% to 18%. Debbie prides hers...Read More

Debbie Bookman
Debbie Bookman was sworn in on January 2020 as Prothonotary. Since taking office Debbie has extended passport services to evening hours. Debbie has placed staff in roles that best suit their strength and interest, expanded bilingual services and increased diversity from 4% to 18%. Debbie prides herself on providing excellent community and customer services. She believes that when you are serving others it is often necessary to go the extra mile whenever possible. Customer service ultimately is the core of the Prothonotary’ s Office.
Deb Ryan
District AttorneyElected in 2019. Deb Ryan is the first woman and first Democrat elected as District Attorney in Chester County. As DA, she Implemented the Chester County Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative, Created the Chester County Law Enforcement Task Force on Race & Justice,
Increased Youth Aid Panels, an...Read More

Deb Ryan
Elected in 2019. Deb Ryan is the first woman and first Democrat elected as District Attorney in Chester County. As DA, she Implemented the Chester County Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative, Created the Chester County Law Enforcement Task Force on Race & Justice,
Increased Youth Aid Panels, and Decreased crime by 10%.
Fredda Maddox
Chester County SheriffThe Office of the Sheriff is mandated by the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Sheriff is an independent elected official with law enforcement responsibilities as well as civil and criminal court duties.

Fredda Maddox
The Office of the Sheriff is mandated by the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Sheriff is an independent elected official with law enforcement responsibilities as well as civil and criminal court duties.
Michele Vaughn
Chester County Register of WillsThe Register of Wills probates wills and appoints estate representatives for decedents who die with or without a will. Regardless of where the death occurred, the decedent MUST have been a legal resident of Chester County at the time of death. The Register of Wills also serves as an agent for the Co...Read More

Michele Vaughn
The Register of Wills probates wills and appoints estate representatives for decedents who die with or without a will. Regardless of where the death occurred, the decedent MUST have been a legal resident of Chester County at the time of death. The Register of Wills also serves as an agent for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for filing and payment of inheritance taxes.
Patricia Maisano
Chester County TreasurerThe Treasurer is the custodian of all county funds. Payments of county taxes and fees, state and federal grants, and other monies due the county are received and deposited by this office.

Patricia Maisano
The Treasurer is the custodian of all county funds. Payments of county taxes and fees, state and federal grants, and other monies due the county are received and deposited by this office.
Yolanda van de Krol
Chester County Clerk of CourtsThe Clerk of Courts manages all paperwork for all criminal cases in the Chester County Court of Common Pleas. This office handles approximately 5,000 – 6,000 criminal cases each year.

Yolanda van de Krol
The Clerk of Courts manages all paperwork for all criminal cases in the Chester County Court of Common Pleas. This office handles approximately 5,000 – 6,000 criminal cases each year.
Margaret Reif
Chester County ControllerThe County Code requires the Controller to maintain custody and stewardship of all County contracts. All such documents are recorded to insure that the physical documents are received after they are approved by the Board of Commissioners. The Controller perpetually monitors all contract, agreeme...Read More

Margaret Reif
The County Code requires the Controller to maintain custody and stewardship of all County contracts. All such documents are recorded to insure that the physical documents are received after they are approved by the Board of Commissioners. The Controller perpetually monitors all contract, agreement and lease payments to ensure that no payment exceeds the limits or terms of those documents.
Sophia Garcia-Jackson
Chester County CoronerThe Chester County Coroner's Office is an independent agency serving the citizens and honoring the deceased of the county by investigating the facts and circumstances concerning jurisdictional deaths which have occurred within Chester County.

Sophia Garcia-Jackson
The Chester County Coroner's Office is an independent agency serving the citizens and honoring the deceased of the county by investigating the facts and circumstances concerning jurisdictional deaths which have occurred within Chester County.
Chris Pielli
County Recorder of DeedsThe Recorder of Deeds office is the public repository for numerous legal documents including real estate records, military discharges, commissions and other official documents.

Chris Pielli
The Recorder of Deeds office is the public repository for numerous legal documents including real estate records, military discharges, commissions and other official documents.
Marian Moskowitz
Chester County Commissioner

Marian Moskowitz
Marian Moskowitz began her term as Chester County Commissioner in January 2020 and currently serves as the Chair of the Board of Commissioners.
Josh Maxwell
Chester County Commissioner

Josh Maxwell
Commissioner Josh Maxwell leads with progressive values to advocate for working families, promote equality, and preserve the environment. As commissioner, his priorities have included the county's first-ever employee group on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion; a groundbreaking community-centered, values-based budgeting process; creating a mobile mental health crisis unit; numerous climate and open space incentives; and more. A graduate of West Chester University and UPenn's Fels Institute of Government, Josh lives in Downingtown with his wife, Blair.
Debbie Bookman
Chester County Prothonotary

Debbie Bookman
Debbie Bookman was sworn in on January 2020 as Prothonotary. Since taking office Debbie has extended passport services to evening hours. Debbie has placed staff in roles that best suit their strength and interest, expanded bilingual services and increased diversity from 4% to 18%. Debbie prides herself on providing excellent community and customer services. She believes that when you are serving others it is often necessary to go the extra mile whenever possible. Customer service ultimately is the core of the Prothonotary’ s Office.
Deb Ryan
District Attorney

Deb Ryan
Elected in 2019. Deb Ryan is the first woman and first Democrat elected as District Attorney in Chester County. As DA, she Implemented the Chester County Law Enforcement Treatment Initiative, Created the Chester County Law Enforcement Task Force on Race & Justice,
Increased Youth Aid Panels, and Decreased crime by 10%.

Fredda Maddox
The Office of the Sheriff is mandated by the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Sheriff is an independent elected official with law enforcement responsibilities as well as civil and criminal court duties.
Michele Vaughn
Chester County Register of Wills

Michele Vaughn
The Register of Wills probates wills and appoints estate representatives for decedents who die with or without a will. Regardless of where the death occurred, the decedent MUST have been a legal resident of Chester County at the time of death. The Register of Wills also serves as an agent for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for filing and payment of inheritance taxes.
Patricia Maisano
Chester County Treasurer

Patricia Maisano
The Treasurer is the custodian of all county funds. Payments of county taxes and fees, state and federal grants, and other monies due the county are received and deposited by this office.

Yolanda van de Krol
The Clerk of Courts manages all paperwork for all criminal cases in the Chester County Court of Common Pleas. This office handles approximately 5,000 – 6,000 criminal cases each year.
Margaret Reif
Chester County Controller

Margaret Reif
The County Code requires the Controller to maintain custody and stewardship of all County contracts. All such documents are recorded to insure that the physical documents are received after they are approved by the Board of Commissioners. The Controller perpetually monitors all contract, agreement and lease payments to ensure that no payment exceeds the limits or terms of those documents.
Sophia Garcia-Jackson
Chester County Coroner

Sophia Garcia-Jackson
The Chester County Coroner's Office is an independent agency serving the citizens and honoring the deceased of the county by investigating the facts and circumstances concerning jurisdictional deaths which have occurred within Chester County.
Chris Pielli
County Recorder of Deeds

Chris Pielli
The Recorder of Deeds office is the public repository for numerous legal documents including real estate records, military discharges, commissions and other official documents.
State Assembly
John Kane
PA Senator, District 9Senator John Kane is a plumber and local labor leader who has spent his life fighting for working people and working families. He has personally battled through many of the challenges facing Pennsylvanians today, and is ready to be a voice at the table for Delaware and Chester Counties.

John Kane
Senator John Kane is a plumber and local labor leader who has spent his life fighting for working people and working families. He has personally battled through many of the challenges facing Pennsylvanians today, and is ready to be a voice at the table for Delaware and Chester Counties.
Carolyn Comitta
PA State Senator, District 19State Senator Carolyn T. Comitta is a leader in championing our communities, defending our environment, and working to ensure a safer, cleaner, and brighter future for the next generation of Pennsylvanians and beyond. She has served her community as mayor, State Representative and State Senator.

Carolyn Comitta
State Senator Carolyn T. Comitta is a leader in championing our communities, defending our environment, and working to ensure a safer, cleaner, and brighter future for the next generation of Pennsylvanians and beyond. She has served her community as mayor, State Representative and State Senator.
Tim Kearney
PA State Senator, District 26Senator Tim Kearney is a longtime community leader in southeastern Pennsylvania, where he and his wife Claudia raised their family and started a small business providing architecture and design services to clients small and large in Delco and beyond. His work in the community motivated him to serve ...Read More

Tim Kearney
Senator Tim Kearney is a longtime community leader in southeastern Pennsylvania, where he and his wife Claudia raised their family and started a small business providing architecture and design services to clients small and large in Delco and beyond. His work in the community motivated him to serve as a borough mayor and today, as State Senator for the 26th District.
Katie Muth
PA State Senator, District 44Senator Katie Muth is a passionate advocate for change. Grounded in the strong values of hard work, dedication, and commitment to helping others, Senator Muth is determined to champion Pennsylvanians. In 2018, Senator Muth was elected to the state Senate’s 44th District, representing Montgomery, C...Read More

Katie Muth
Senator Katie Muth is a passionate advocate for change. Grounded in the strong values of hard work, dedication, and commitment to helping others, Senator Muth is determined to champion Pennsylvanians. In 2018, Senator Muth was elected to the state Senate’s 44th District, representing Montgomery, Chester and Berks Counties.
Dan Williams
PA State House Representative, District 74Rep Williams. is a member of the PA House of Representatives. He represents the 74th District in Chester County, which includes Downingtown, Thorndale, Coatesville and Parkesburg.

Dan Williams
Rep Williams. is a member of the PA House of Representatives. He represents the 74th District in Chester County, which includes Downingtown, Thorndale, Coatesville and Parkesburg.
Danielle Otten
PA State House Representative, District 155State Representative Danielle Friel Otten elected in November 2018 to serve as state representative for the 155th District. Danielle lives in Exton with her husband and two children. She was born and raised in Philadelphia, and has called Chester County home for two decades after falling in love wit...Read More

Danielle Otten
State Representative Danielle Friel Otten elected in November 2018 to serve as state representative for the 155th District. Danielle lives in Exton with her husband and two children. She was born and raised in Philadelphia, and has called Chester County home for two decades after falling in love with the area while attending West Chester University.
Dianne Herrin
PA State House Representative, District 156Diane Herrin was elected in November 2020 to represent the 156th Legislative District. She is a graduate of Widener University with a B.A. in English.

Dianne Herrin
Diane Herrin was elected in November 2020 to represent the 156th Legislative District. She is a graduate of Widener University with a B.A. in English.
Melissa Shusterman
PA State House Representative, District 157Melissa Shusterman was elected to represent that 157th Legislative District on November 6, 2018. Melissa is a fourth generation resident of Chester County. Melissa was raised in Tredyffrin and graduated from Conestoga in 1985.

Melissa Shusterman
Melissa Shusterman was elected to represent that 157th Legislative District on November 6, 2018. Melissa is a fourth generation resident of Chester County. Melissa was raised in Tredyffrin and graduated from Conestoga in 1985.
Christina Sappey
PA State House Representative, District 158Representative Sappey is the first woman and first Democrat to represent the 158th legislative district. The 158th includes East Bradford, Avondale, East Marlborough, London Britain, New Garden, Newlin, West Bradford, West Marlborough and sections of West Goshen.

Christina Sappey
Representative Sappey is the first woman and first Democrat to represent the 158th legislative district. The 158th includes East Bradford, Avondale, East Marlborough, London Britain, New Garden, Newlin, West Bradford, West Marlborough and sections of West Goshen.
Kristine Howard
PA State House Representative, District 167Kristine Howard was elected state representative for the 167th Legislative District in November 2018. The district includes parts of Charlestown, East Whiteland, Easttown, West Pikeland, West Whiteland, Willistown Township, and Malvern Borough.

Kristine Howard
Kristine Howard was elected state representative for the 167th Legislative District in November 2018. The district includes parts of Charlestown, East Whiteland, Easttown, West Pikeland, West Whiteland, Willistown Township, and Malvern Borough.
John Kane
PA Senator, District 9

John Kane
Senator John Kane is a plumber and local labor leader who has spent his life fighting for working people and working families. He has personally battled through many of the challenges facing Pennsylvanians today, and is ready to be a voice at the table for Delaware and Chester Counties.
Carolyn Comitta
PA State Senator, District 19

Carolyn Comitta
State Senator Carolyn T. Comitta is a leader in championing our communities, defending our environment, and working to ensure a safer, cleaner, and brighter future for the next generation of Pennsylvanians and beyond. She has served her community as mayor, State Representative and State Senator.
Tim Kearney
PA State Senator, District 26

Tim Kearney
Senator Tim Kearney is a longtime community leader in southeastern Pennsylvania, where he and his wife Claudia raised their family and started a small business providing architecture and design services to clients small and large in Delco and beyond. His work in the community motivated him to serve as a borough mayor and today, as State Senator for the 26th District.
Katie Muth
PA State Senator, District 44

Katie Muth
Senator Katie Muth is a passionate advocate for change. Grounded in the strong values of hard work, dedication, and commitment to helping others, Senator Muth is determined to champion Pennsylvanians. In 2018, Senator Muth was elected to the state Senate’s 44th District, representing Montgomery, Chester and Berks Counties.
Dan Williams
PA State House Representative, District 74

Dan Williams
Rep Williams. is a member of the PA House of Representatives. He represents the 74th District in Chester County, which includes Downingtown, Thorndale, Coatesville and Parkesburg.
Danielle Otten
PA State House Representative, District 155

Danielle Otten
State Representative Danielle Friel Otten elected in November 2018 to serve as state representative for the 155th District. Danielle lives in Exton with her husband and two children. She was born and raised in Philadelphia, and has called Chester County home for two decades after falling in love with the area while attending West Chester University.
Dianne Herrin
PA State House Representative, District 156

Dianne Herrin
Diane Herrin was elected in November 2020 to represent the 156th Legislative District. She is a graduate of Widener University with a B.A. in English.
Melissa Shusterman
PA State House Representative, District 157

Melissa Shusterman
Melissa Shusterman was elected to represent that 157th Legislative District on November 6, 2018. Melissa is a fourth generation resident of Chester County. Melissa was raised in Tredyffrin and graduated from Conestoga in 1985.
Christina Sappey
PA State House Representative, District 158

Christina Sappey
Representative Sappey is the first woman and first Democrat to represent the 158th legislative district. The 158th includes East Bradford, Avondale, East Marlborough, London Britain, New Garden, Newlin, West Bradford, West Marlborough and sections of West Goshen.
Kristine Howard
PA State House Representative, District 167

Kristine Howard
Kristine Howard was elected state representative for the 167th Legislative District in November 2018. The district includes parts of Charlestown, East Whiteland, Easttown, West Pikeland, West Whiteland, Willistown Township, and Malvern Borough.
Statewide Office
Tom Wolf
GovernorWhether as a business owner or governor, Tom Wolf is a leader consistently taking on the status quo and trying to help middle class families. Tom is a different kind of leader, and he has been a different kind of governor.

Tom Wolf
Whether as a business owner or governor, Tom Wolf is a leader consistently taking on the status quo and trying to help middle class families. Tom is a different kind of leader, and he has been a different kind of governor.
John Fetterman
Lt. GovernorThe position's official duties are to serve as president of the state senate and chairing the Board of Pardons and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Council. The Lieutenant governor works on additional projects and has a full schedule of community and speaking events.

John Fetterman
The position's official duties are to serve as president of the state senate and chairing the Board of Pardons and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Council. The Lieutenant governor works on additional projects and has a full schedule of community and speaking events.
Josh Shapiro
Attorney GeneralThe Attorney General is Pennsylvania’s top law enforcement official, with a wide range of responsibilities to protect and serve the citizens and agencies of the Commonwealth. The Attorney General is served by a staff of several hundred prosecutors, attorneys, investigators, agents and support staf...Read More

Josh Shapiro
The Attorney General is Pennsylvania’s top law enforcement official, with a wide range of responsibilities to protect and serve the citizens and agencies of the Commonwealth. The Attorney General is served by a staff of several hundred prosecutors, attorneys, investigators, agents and support staff in offices across the state, divided into four sections: the Criminal Law Division, the Public Protection Division, the Civil Division and the Operations Division.
Tom Wolf
Governor

Tom Wolf
Whether as a business owner or governor, Tom Wolf is a leader consistently taking on the status quo and trying to help middle class families. Tom is a different kind of leader, and he has been a different kind of governor.
John Fetterman
Lt. Governor

John Fetterman
The position's official duties are to serve as president of the state senate and chairing the Board of Pardons and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Council. The Lieutenant governor works on additional projects and has a full schedule of community and speaking events.
Josh Shapiro
Attorney General

Josh Shapiro
The Attorney General is Pennsylvania’s top law enforcement official, with a wide range of responsibilities to protect and serve the citizens and agencies of the Commonwealth. The Attorney General is served by a staff of several hundred prosecutors, attorneys, investigators, agents and support staff in offices across the state, divided into four sections: the Criminal Law Division, the Public Protection Division, the Civil Division and the Operations Division.
Federal Office
Robert Casey
United States SenatorBob Casey is a champion for Pennsylvanians in the U.S. Senate, fighting for the needs of children, families, and workers across the Commonwealth.

Robert Casey
Bob Casey is a champion for Pennsylvanians in the U.S. Senate, fighting for the needs of children, families, and workers across the Commonwealth.
Chrissy Houlahan
US 6th Congressional District RepresentativeU.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan is an Air Force veteran, engineer, entrepreneur, and educator who is continuing her career of service as the first woman ever to represent Pennsylvania's 6th District in Congress.

Chrissy Houlahan
U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan is an Air Force veteran, engineer, entrepreneur, and educator who is continuing her career of service as the first woman ever to represent Pennsylvania's 6th District in Congress.
Robert Casey
United States Senator

Robert Casey
Bob Casey is a champion for Pennsylvanians in the U.S. Senate, fighting for the needs of children, families, and workers across the Commonwealth.
Chrissy Houlahan
US 6th Congressional District Representative

Chrissy Houlahan
U.S. Representative Chrissy Houlahan is an Air Force veteran, engineer, entrepreneur, and educator who is continuing her career of service as the first woman ever to represent Pennsylvania's 6th District in Congress.